2003 Audi A3 vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2003 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A3.
Because 2010 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza 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 Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A3. 2010 Toyota Venza 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. 2010 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A3 | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Venza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |
