2006 Toyota Avalon vs. 2007 Audi A3
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (247 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 259 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Avalon | 2007 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Avalon | A3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
