2009 Audi A3 vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A3 | Insight |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
