2002 Audi A3 vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Audi A3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 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 135 kg more than 1998 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A3 | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | Carina |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |