2005 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Toyota RunX

To start off, both 2005 Audi A3 and 2005 Toyota RunX were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RunX (187 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 47 kg more than 2005 Toyota RunX.

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 RunX (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RunX 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 RunX
Make Audi Toyota
Model A3 RunX
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 1794 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 7800 RPM
Torque 156 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 6800 RPM
Top Speed 196 km/hour 225 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.9 seconds 8.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1225 kg 1178 kg
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.5 L/100km 8.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 60 L


 

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