2009 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Honda Legend
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Legend weights approximately 990 kg more than 2009 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Legend is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Legend 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, 2007 Honda Legend (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2007 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A3 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3471 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |
