2008 Audi A3 vs. 2013 Toyota Prius

To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2013 Toyota Prius. 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 2013 Toyota Prius. 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A3 2013 Toyota Prius
Make Audi Toyota
Model A3 Prius
Year Released 2008 2013
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1966 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 13.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1545 kg 1383 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4481 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1745 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1491 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 45 L


 

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