2002 Audi S3 vs. 2011 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2011 Toyota Hilux is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi S3 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 261 kg more than 2002 Audi S3.
Because 2002 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Hilux. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S3 | 2011 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S3 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1423 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
