1994 Toyota Lexcen vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Lexcen. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A3 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1994 Toyota Lexcen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Toyota Lexcen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Toyota Lexcen (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota Lexcen | 2012 Audi A3 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Lexcen | A3 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2578 mm |