2004 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Toyota Crown is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Crown. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Crown weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Crown. (294 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2005 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
