2001 Toyota Avalon vs. 2008 Audi A3
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avalon. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 71 kg more than 2008 Audi A3.
Because 2008 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avalon. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Avalon | 2008 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Avalon | A3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
