2009 Audi A3 vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Caldina. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
Because 2002 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina 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, 2009 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Caldina. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A3 | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | Caldina |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |