2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Volkswagen Fox were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 492 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. 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 2006 Volkswagen Fox. 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 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Fox.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Volkswagen Fox | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A3 | Fox |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 17.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |