2004 Audi A3 vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Picnic (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1996 Toyota Picnic (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A3 | 1996 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | Picnic |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |