2006 Audi S3 vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, both 2006 Audi S3 and 2006 Toyota Fortuner were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S3 (222 HP) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S3 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Fortuner (343 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi S3. (280 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S3 | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S3 | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 103 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1356 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
