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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 219 kg more than 2009 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2002 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3. 2002 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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 1595 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 101 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 324 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1266 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2710 mm