2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Toyota Highlander were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2008 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Highlander. 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 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | Highlander |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 3546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |