1998 Audi A3 vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1998 Audi A3. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A3 weights approximately 196 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A3. (144 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A3 | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Pod |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
