2004 Audi A3 vs. 2010 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sienna is newer by 6 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 372 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 2004 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 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, 2010 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A3 | 2010 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | Sienna |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1937 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1966 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |