2001 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,229 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Corolla (134 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 350 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 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A3 | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 16.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
