2008 Audi A3 vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (189 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 Audi A3.
Because 2008 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A3 | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | Sienna |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |