2009 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2009 Audi A3 and 2009 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 146 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
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 (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A3 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A3 | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 94.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1154 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |