2007 Audi A3 vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A3 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 65 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Venza weights approximately 171 kg more than 2007 Audi A3.
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 @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Venza. 2010 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Venza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
