2009 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2009 Audi A3 and 2009 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 16 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A3 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A3 | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |