2000 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2007 Audi A3
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 176 kg more than 2007 Audi A3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Bandeirante. 2007 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Bandeirante | 2007 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Bandeirante | A3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
