Audi A3 2008 vs Audi A4 2008

 
Audi A3
2008 - 2013
Audi A4
2008 - 2011
Body: HatchbackSedan
The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area.
Gearbox: ManualManual
Engine: 2.0 Diesel2.0 Diesel

Performance

Power: 140 HP120 HP
Torque: 320 NM290 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.6 seconds10.7 seconds
Audi A3 is more dynamic to drive.
Audi A3 engine produces 20 HP more power than Audi A4, whereas torque is 30 NM more than Audi A4. Thanks to more power Audi A3 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.1 seconds faster.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 5.15.1
Fuel tank capacity: 55 litres65 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 1070 km in combined cycle1270 km in combined cycle
1300 km on highway1580 km on highway
1010 km with real consumption1000 km with real consumption

Dimensions

Length: 4.29 m4.70 m
Width: 1.76 m1.83 m
Height: 1.42 m1.43 m
Audi A3 is smaller.
Audi A3 is 41 cm shorter than the Audi A4, 7 cm narrower, while the height of Audi A3 is 1 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 370 litres480 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
1104 litresno data
Audi A4 has more luggage space.
Audi A3 has 110 litres less trunk space than the Audi A4.
Turning diameter: 10.7 meters11.4 meters
The turning circle of the Audi A3 is 0.7 metres less than that of the Audi A4, which means Audi A3 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): 1`9202`015
Safety:
Quality:
high

above average
Audi A3 has slightly fewer faults.
Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Audi A4, so Audi A3 quality could be a bit better.
Average price (€): 66005800
Pros and Cons: Audi A3 has
  • more power
  • more dynamic
  • better manoeuvrability
Audi A4 has
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • roomier boot
  • lower price
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