2012 Honda Insight vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A3 weights approximately 214 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Honda Insight | 2011 Audi A3 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Insight | A3 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1300 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4376 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |