2004 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2012 Toyota Yaris is newer by 8 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 146 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2012 Toyota Yaris. 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 2012 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2004 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Yaris.
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2004 Audi A3 | 2012 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | Yaris |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1050 kg |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |