2007 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RunX 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 151 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RunX. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2005 Toyota RunX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota RunX. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RunX. (128 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | RunX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1110 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
