2005 Audi A3 vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 855 kg more than 2005 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A3 | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | Sienna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |