2008 Audi A3 vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 Toyota Condor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Condor. 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Condor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
