2002 Audi A3 vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Audi A3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A3 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina.
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, 2002 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A3 | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | Carina |
Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |