2010 Honda CR-V vs. 2010 Audi S3
To start off, both 2010 Honda CR-V and 2010 Audi S3 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S3 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2010 Honda CR-V. (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda CR-V weights approximately 101 kg more than 2010 Audi S3.
Because 2010 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S3 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, 2010 Audi S3 (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda CR-V. 2010 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi S3 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda CR-V | 2010 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | CR-V | S3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4554 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1819 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
