2002 Audi S3 vs. 2000 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2002 Audi S3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Picnic. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi S3 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2000 Toyota Picnic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Picnic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi S3 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, 2002 Audi S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Picnic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi S3 | 2000 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | S3 | Picnic |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1423 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |