1998 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Audi A3. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 410 kg more than 1998 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A3. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A3 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |