2009 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,968 cc, 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 325 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
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 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Corolla. 2009 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1800 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
