2007 Audi S3 vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 2007 Audi S3 and 2007 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S3 (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S3 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 S3 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4. 2007 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi S3 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi S3 | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | S3 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |