2009 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 735 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (328 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |
