2009 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tundra.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A3 | 2006 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |