2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Audi A3.
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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |