2001 Audi A3 vs. 2001 Toyota Verossa
To start off, both 2001 Audi A3 and 2001 Toyota Verossa were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Verossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Verossa (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2001 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Verossa weights approximately 235 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.
Because 2001 Toyota Verossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Verossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Verossa (377 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A3. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Verossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A3. 2001 Toyota Verossa has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Verossa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Audi A3 | 2001 Toyota Verossa | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | Verossa |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |