2012 Audi A3 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 285 kg more than 2012 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A3 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |
