Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Audi A3 | Toyota 4Runner | |
Engine | 3.2L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6300 236 lb-ft@2800 |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5400 306 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 109.8 in | -8.3 in |
Length | 168.7 in | 189.2 in | -20.5 in |
Width | 69.5 in | 75.2 in | -5.7 in |
Height | 56.0 in | 69.3 in | -13.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3660 lb. | 4505 lb. | -845 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 23.0 gal. | -8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.1 in | 39.7 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 58.0 in | -3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.3 in | -55.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.8 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 39.1 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 57.2 in | -4.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.4 in | -55.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.8 in | 34.6 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.9 in | -32.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.7 in | -56.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.4 in | -48.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 24.1 in | -24.1 in |
Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 100.5 in (over 3 rows) | -24.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 1.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.1 | 36.6 ft3 | -23.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.6 ft3 | 75.1 ft3 | -20.5 ft3 |
2006 Audi A3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is too small for most adults. I hadn't thought about it much when I bought the car, but it became apparent. I'd take friends to lunch and they are uncomfortable.Even ifa personplans on sitting small children in the back, they grow and the useful life of the car is affected. I wish the Europeans would figure that out. see full Audi A3 review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Due to the position of the doors it is hard to get in and out of the car. see full Audi A3 review |
2006 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The Subaru has a more comfortable and roomy back seat, with easier ingress/egress. see full Audi A3 review |
2008 Toyota 4Runner Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
not enough leg room see full Toyota 4Runner review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
This is a vehicle designed for people 5 fett 11 inches and under - no two ways about it. If you are 5 feel 11 or over you will not enjoy this truck. see full Toyota 4Runner review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
The consequence of reducing overall height while maintaining trail worthy obstacle clearance is a relatively low to floor seating position more attune to sedans. Seats are comfortable though even for a big framed person. see full Toyota 4Runner review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Seat position low to floor leaves you sitting with a knee high position. Seats itself are comfortable, but there is no space for your feet under the front seats. All floor surfaces are almost flat though considering it truck roots. see full Toyota 4Runner review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Not a power seat. Cannot get it into an optimum adjustment. see full Toyota 4Runner review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
No third row, cargo space small see full Toyota 4Runner review |