2000 Toyota Mark II vs. 2011 Audi S3
To start off, 2011 Audi S3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S3 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 55 kg more than 2011 Audi S3.
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, 2011 Audi S3 (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Mark II. 2000 Toyota Mark II has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi S3 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Mark II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Mark II | 2011 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Mark II | S3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
