Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Toyota Solara | Audi A3 | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 225 hp@5600 240 lb-ft@3600 |
3.2L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6300 236 lb-ft@2800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 101.5 in | 5.6 in |
Length | 192.5 in | 168.7 in | 23.8 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 69.5 in | 2 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 56.0 in | 0.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3440 lb. | 3660 lb. | -220 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.0 gal. | 3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.0 in | 38.1 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 54.3 in | 1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 0.0 in | 53.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 41.2 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 36.9 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 52.8 in | 0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.8 in | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 34.8 in | 0.6 in |
Total Legroom | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 1.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.8 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 0.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.8 ft3 | 54.6 ft3 | -40.8 ft3 |
2006 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 |
2009 Audi A3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
A lot less leg room when compared to the GTI, but the rear hatch space is bigger. see full Audi A3 review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Really just a 4 place vehicle...3 across in the rear is not comfortably possible. see full Audi A3 review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Slightly too close to each other in arm room. see full Audi A3 review |