2007 Audi A3 vs. 2001 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Seat Toledo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2001 Seat Toledo. 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, 2007 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Toledo. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Toledo. 2007 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2001 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 2001 Seat Toledo 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 | 2001 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A3 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
