2007 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2007 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
