2011 Audi A3 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 360 kg more than 2011 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi A3 | 2003 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | A3 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2710 mm |
