Audi A3 2008 vs Audi A3 2004
Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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Engine: | 1.6 Petrol | 1.6 Petrol | |
Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
Power: | 102 HP | 102 HP | |
Torque: | 148 NM | 148 NM | |
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12 seconds | 13.2 seconds | |
Audi A3 2008 and Audi A3 2004 have the same engine power, the torque is the same for both cars. Audi A3 2008 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.2 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.7 | 7.6 | |
Real fuel consumption: | 8.3 l/100km | 8.4 l/100km | |
The Audi A3 2008 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Audi A3 2008 consumes 0.9 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Audi A3 2004, which means that by driving the Audi A3 2008 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 135 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Audi A3 2008 consumes 0.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Audi A3 2004. | |||
Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 55 litres | |
Full fuel tank distance: | 820 km in combined cycle | 720 km in combined cycle | |
1070 km on highway | 980 km on highway | ||
660 km with real consumption | 650 km with real consumption | ||
Audi A3 2008 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Ground clearance: | 110 mm (4.3 inches) | 113 mm (4.4 inches) | |
Engines | |||
Average engine lifespan: | 480'000 km | 460'000 km | |
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
Engine production duration: | 10 years | 10 years | |
Engine spread: | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Volkswagen Passat, Volkswagen Golf, Volkswagen Touran | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Volkswagen Passat, Audi A4, Seat Exeo | |
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Audi A3 2008 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
Audi A3 2008 1.6 engine: This engine is simple and reliable, rarely causing significant issues for owners.
Fluctuating idle speed is often linked to a clogged fuel pump strainer or air leaks in the intake system. If vibrations or ... More about Audi A3 2008 1.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
Length: | 4.29 m | 4.29 m | |
Width: | 1.76 m | 1.76 m | |
Height: | 1.42 m | 1.42 m | |
Both cars are similar in size. Audi A3 2008 and Audi A3 2004 are practically the same length. | |||
Trunk capacity: | 370 litres | 370 litres | |
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1104 litres | 1120 litres | |
Turning diameter: | 10.7 meters | 10.7 meters | |
Gross weight (kg): | 1`820 | 1`855 | |
Safety: | no data | ||
Quality: | high | high | |
Average price (€): | 6200 | 3200 | |
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