2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Toyota Prius were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius. 2008 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Prius |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
