2007 Audi A3 vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 179 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 Tundra. 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A3 2011 Toyota Tundra
Make Audi Toyota
Model A3 Tundra
Year Released 2007 2011
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1967 cc 5663 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 381 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 545 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1505 kg 1684 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 5820 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 3710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 100 L