2005 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2001 Audi S3
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi S3 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi S3 weights approximately 216 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota RAV4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi S3 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, 2001 Audi S3 (270 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm). This means 2001 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota RAV4 | 2001 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | RAV4 | S3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 42 L |
