2011 Acura ZDX vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Acura ZDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2010 Audi A3. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A3.
Because 2011 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura ZDX 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, 2011 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A3. 2011 Acura ZDX has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Acura ZDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Acura ZDX | 2010 Audi A3 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | ZDX | A3 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4887 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1595 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |