2005 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2005 Audi A3 and 2005 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 107 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A3 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1158 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |