2006 Audi A3 vs. 1995 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Venture weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Audi A3.
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, 2006 Audi A3 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Venture. 2006 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 1995 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1995 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1995 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Venture |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
