2000 Toyota Echo vs. 2011 Audi A1
To start off, 2011 Audi A1 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A1 (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Echo. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A1 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 Toyota Echo. 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, 2011 Audi A1 (200 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Echo. (122 Nm). This means 2011 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Echo | 2011 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Echo | A1 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2469 mm |
