2005 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Toyota Tazz
To start off, both 2005 Audi A3 and 2005 Toyota Tazz were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (198 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (180 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 466 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 2005 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Tazz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1295 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 944 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
