2009 Audi A3 vs. 1998 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Picnic. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 408 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
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, 2009 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Picnic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A3 | 1998 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | Picnic |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |