2009 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, both 2009 Audi A3 and 2009 Toyota Sienna were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1005 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (333 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3. 2009 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A3 | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | Sienna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |