2003 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2003 Audi A3. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Camry weights approximately 301 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 2004 Toyota Camry. 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, 2004 Toyota Camry (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A3. 2004 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2003 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2003 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Audi A3 | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | Camry |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |