1996 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 105 kg more than 1996 Audi A3.
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, 1996 Audi A3 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A3 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |