2009 Toyota Tundra vs. 2005 Audi A3
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A3 would be higher. 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 134 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 193 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (330 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Tundra | 2005 Audi A3 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Tundra | A3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5663 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 544 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |