2012 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, both 2012 Audi A3 and 2012 Chevrolet Camaro were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 255 kg more than 2012 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Audi A3 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
Make Audi Chevrolet
Model A3 Camaro
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2000 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 323 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 376 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type 6-speed automated manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 1715 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4836 mm
Vehicle Width 1763 mm 1918 mm
Vehicle Height 1422 mm 1377 mm
Wheelbase Size 2578 mm 2852 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.8 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.2 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 72 L


 

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