2007 Audi A3 vs. 2002 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Allion would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Allion. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 276 kg more than 2002 Toyota Allion. 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Allion. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 2002 Toyota Allion | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | Allion |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |