2004 Audi A3 vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 270 kg more than 2004 Audi A3.
Because 2003 Toyota Condor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Toyota Condor (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Condor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
