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 184 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (197 HP @ 5100 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 Audi A3 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |