2008 Toyota Tundra vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q3. (168 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q3.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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 Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q3. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Tundra | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Tundra | Q3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1600 mm |