2003 Audi A3 vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry is newer by 7 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Audi A3. (246 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A3 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2010 Toyota Camry.
Because 2003 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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, 2010 Toyota Camry (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A3. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A3 | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
