2001 Audi A3 vs. 2001 Seat Toledo
To start off, both 2001 Audi A3 and 2001 Seat Toledo were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,327 cc, 2001 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Toledo (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Toledo weights approximately 181 kg more than 2001 Audi A3. 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, 2001 Seat Toledo (220 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A3 | 2001 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | A3 | Toledo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2327 cc |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |