2006 Audi A3 vs. 2001 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 184 kg more than 2006 Audi A3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (321 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2001 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |