2006 Audi S3 vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi S3 would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Audi S3.
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 Audi S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi S3 | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | S3 | Hilux |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1610 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |