Model Year | 2006 | 2007 | |
Model | Audi A3 | Toyota Solara | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 210 hp@5600 220 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 107.1 in | -5.6 in |
Length | 168.7 in | 192.5 in | -23.8 in |
Width | 69.5 in | 71.5 in | -2 in |
Height | 56.0 in | 56.1 in | -0.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3329 lb. | 3440 lb. | -111 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.1 in | 38.0 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 56.1 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.7 in | -53.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 42.0 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 36.4 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 53.7 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 50.8 in | -50.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.8 in | 35.4 in | -0.6 in |
Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | -1.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 | -0.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.6 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 | 40.8 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 |
2007 Toyota Solara Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 225-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It fits two adults comfortably. see full Toyota Solara review |