Audi A3 2004 and Audi A3 2008 have the same engine power, the torque is the same for both cars.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
5.1
4.9
Real fuel consumption:
5.8 l/100km
5.5 l/100km
The Audi A3 2008 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Audi A3 2004 consumes 0.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Audi A3 2008, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Audi A3 2004 could require 30 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Audi A3 2004 consumes 0.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Audi A3 2008.
Both cars are similar in size. Audi A3 2004 and Audi A3 2008 are practically the same length.
Trunk capacity:
370 litres
370 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible
1120 litres
1120 litres
Turning diameter:
10.7 meters
10.7 meters
Gross weight:
1`895 kg
1`895 kg
Net weight:
1`335 kg
1`410 kg
Load capacity:
560 kg
485 kg
Audi A3 2004 load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 13 procentiem more than Audi A3 2008. Therefore, Audi A3 2004 is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads.