2004 Audi A3 vs. 2002 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Mark II (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 350 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.
Because 2002 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Mark II 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, 2002 Toyota Mark II (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A3 | 2002 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | Mark II |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |