2004 Toyota Tundra vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 150 kg more than 2011 Audi A3.
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 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Tundra | 2011 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Tundra | A3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
