2009 Audi A3 vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 825 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 2003 Toyota Tundra 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, 2003 Toyota Tundra 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 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2003 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3270 mm |
