2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Avensis | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Avensis | A3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.3 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
