2009 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 487 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
Because 2009 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz. 2009 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A3 | 2006 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A3 | Jazz |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1992 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |