2008 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Aygo 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) has 197 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2007 Toyota Aygo. 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 2007 Toyota Aygo. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Aygo. 2008 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Aygo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2007 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
