2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Toyota 4Runner were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2007 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 87 L |