2011 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2006 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 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, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | 2006 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Jetta | A3 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4557 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
