Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Audi A3 | Honda Civic | |
Engine | 3.2L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6300 236 lb-ft@2800 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@7800 139 lb-ft@6200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,578 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,285 mm | 4,488 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,765 mm | 1,753 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,422 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,660 kg | 1,321 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 57 L | 50 L | 7 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 968 mm | 1,001 mm | 967 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,379 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,318 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,046 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 950 mm | -13 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,341 mm | 1,331 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,295 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 884 mm | 879 mm | 5 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,930 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,951 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 371 L | 340 L | 31 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,546 L | 12.0 | -11 L |
2006 Audi A3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is too small for most adults. I hadn't thought about it much when I bought the car, but it became apparent. I'd take friends to lunch and they are uncomfortable.Even ifa personplans on sitting small children in the back, they grow and the useful life of the car is affected. I wish the Europeans would figure that out. see full Audi A3 review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Due to the position of the doors it is hard to get in and out of the car. see full Audi A3 review |
2006 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The Subaru has a more comfortable and roomy back seat, with easier ingress/egress. see full Audi A3 review |
2009 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
unbelievable much room on the rear seats see full Honda Civic review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Good lumbar and side support, nicely adjustable seat and wheel. Shifter is very close to the wheel. Fits me like a glove, but my wife does find the seatback slightly tall. see full Honda Civic review |
2009 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Driver seat is uncomfortable. Not upright enough. Not a great seat for correct posture. see full Honda Civic review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Seats were rock hard(in summer) see full Honda Civic review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
very poor AC performance during hot weather see full Honda Civic review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
not able to fit a rear facing child seat, or very difficult to fit it. we had to even find a small size one. see full Honda Civic review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
It took me a long time to find a comfortable driving position in this car. It may because of the low seat. I was finally (mostly) successful, but it took a long time to find it, and it is very different than my typical driving position. Also, not great on long trips -- the seat is generally supportive, but it starts to break down a few hours in. see full Honda Civic review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
No access from trunk area. Also, very strong chemical smell in vehicle...off gassing from fabrics. The prius did not have near the smell. see full Honda Civic review |