2003 Toyota Tundra vs. 2006 Audi A3
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 Audi A3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Audi A3 (321 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Tundra. 2006 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Tundra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Tundra | 2006 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Tundra | A3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2580 mm |
