2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Audi A3
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 120 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 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Audi A3 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | A3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |