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 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (145 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica.

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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM). 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 Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1967 cc 1792 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 91.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 205 km/hour 205 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.5 seconds 8.7 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1340 kg 1175 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.8 L/100km 7.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 55 L


 

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