2009 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
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 Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 920 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 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3950 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |
