2007 Toyota Avalon vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 68 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A3 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avalon.
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 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Avalon | 2012 Audi A3 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Avalon | A3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3454 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 336 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |