2003 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 4 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 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A3 (246 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A3 weights approximately 770 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Audi A3 (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza. 2003 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Avanza has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Avanza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A3 | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Avanza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 91.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
