2012 Audi RS3 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Audi RS3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Audi RS3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi RS3 (335 HP) has 145 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord.
Because 2012 Audi RS3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS3 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, 2012 Audi RS3 (450 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi RS3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi RS3 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | RS3 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
