2006 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Celica. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Celica. 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 (321 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
