2009 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, both 2009 Audi A3 and 2009 Toyota Tundra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 435 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 2009 Toyota Tundra 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3. 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A3 | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |