2006 Audi A3 vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. 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 2011 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |