2007 Audi A3 vs. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,659 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Audi A3.
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, 2007 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. 2007 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 1998 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |