2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Toyota RunX
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Toyota RunX were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 139 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RunX. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Toyota RunX. 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 2006 Toyota RunX. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RunX. (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | RunX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |