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 59 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
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 | 1982 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 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 |