2007 Audi A3 vs. 1997 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Previa weights approximately 6 kg more than 2007 Audi A3.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Previa. 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, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1997 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Previa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
