2009 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
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2009 Audi A3 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | Yaris |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3187 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 15310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |