2000 Audi S3 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi S3 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S3 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 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, 2000 Audi S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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2000 Audi S3 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | S3 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |