2000 Audi S3 vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Auris is newer by 8 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 114 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Auris. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Auris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S3 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 Toyota Auris. 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 2008 Toyota Auris. 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 2008 Toyota Auris. (130 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Auris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S3 | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S3 | Auris |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4600 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 | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 13 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 | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
