2006 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Sienna. (194 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 175 kg more than 2006 Audi A3.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 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, 2006 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Sienna. (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2004 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
