1996 Audi A3 vs. 2002 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2002 Toyota Previa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Audi A3. (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Previa weights approximately 385 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A3. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 2002 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |
