2011 Toyota Camry vs. 2006 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Toyota Camry is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Camry. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Camry weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Audi A3.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 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, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Camry. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Toyota Camry | 2006 Audi A3 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Camry | A3 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4806 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |