2003 Audi A3 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2003 Audi A3 and 2003 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Audi A3. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A3.
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2003 Audi A3 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | Avensis |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |