1995 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A3 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1995 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Audi A3 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Corolla | A3 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1332 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2578 mm |