2006 Toyota Yaris vs. 2008 Audi A3
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Audi A3 (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris. 2008 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Toyota Yaris | 2008 Audi A3 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Yaris | A3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.7 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |