2007 Audi A3 vs. 1995 Toyota Century
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Century weights approximately 270 kg more than 2007 Audi A3.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Toyota Century. 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, 1995 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1995 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Century |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2870 mm |
