2007 Audi A3 vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander is newer by 4 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 285 kg more than 2007 Audi A3. 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 2011 Toyota Highlander. 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |
