2004 Audi A3 vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 9 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 280 kg more than 2004 Audi A3.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Prius |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
