2008 Audi A3 vs. 2001 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Allion 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 127 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Allion. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2001 Toyota Allion. 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, 2008 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Allion. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2001 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Allion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
