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 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (199 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 531 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 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4300 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 | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |