2012 Audi A3 vs. 2001 Toyota Verossa
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Verossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Verossa would be higher. At 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Verossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Verossa. (187 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Verossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Verossa weights approximately 30 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Verossa. (250 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Verossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A3 | 2001 Toyota Verossa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Verossa |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
