2009 Audi A3 vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 705 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 2013 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3. 2013 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. 2013 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |
