1996 Audi A3 vs. 1996 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, both 1996 Audi A3 and 1996 Toyota 4Runner were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota 4Runner (123 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Audi A3. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 716 kg more than 1996 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1996 Toyota 4Runner (295 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A3. (136 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 1996 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
