2001 Audi A3 vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2001 Audi A3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A3 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina.
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, 2001 Audi A3 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A3 | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | Carina |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |