2012 Chevrolet Cruze vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Chevrolet Cruze would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
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2012 Chevrolet Cruze | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Cruze | A3 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1400 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 200 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4597 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |