2009 Audi A3 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1351 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 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, 2013 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 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 2013 Toyota Tundra
Make Audi Toyota
Model A3 Tundra
Year Released 2009 2013
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1983 cc 4600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 306 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 281 Nm 443 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.6 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 83 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1030 kg 2381 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 5329 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 2029 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1925 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 3221 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.4 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.7 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 100 L


 

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