Audi A1 2014 vs Toyota Yaris 2014
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 1.4 Petrol | 1.3 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 125 HP | 99 HP | |
| Torque: | 200 NM | 125 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.9 seconds | 12.3 seconds | |
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Audi A1 is more dynamic to drive. Audi A1 engine produces 26 HP more power than Toyota Yaris, whereas torque is 75 NM more than Toyota Yaris. Thanks to more power Audi A1 reaches 100 km/h speed 3.4 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.9 | 5.0 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.6 l/100km | 5.5 l/100km | |
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The Toyota Yaris is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise. By specification Audi A1 consumes 0.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Toyota Yaris, which means that by driving the Audi A1 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 15 litres of fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Audi A1 consumes 1.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Toyota Yaris. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 litres | 42 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 910 km in combined cycle | 840 km in combined cycle | |
| 1070 km on highway | 930 km on highway | ||
| 680 km with real consumption | 760 km with real consumption | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 380'000 km | 280'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Audi A1 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 12 years | 17 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 7 other car models, including Volkswagen Passat, Volkswagen Golf, Skoda Superb, Seat Leon | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Toyota Corolla, Toyota Auris, Toyota Verso, Toyota iQ | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Audi A1 2014 1.4 engine: The engine is reliable, however, owners frequently report excessive oil consumption, which is usually linked to piston ring issues. Loss of power is another common complaint. It's advised against maintaining ... More about Audi A1 2014 1.4 engine Toyota Yaris 2014 1.3 engine: The engine is known for its reliability but exhibits several common issues, especially as mileage increases. Owners report minor oil consumption, which tends to grow over time due to piston ring coking. Individual ignition ... More about Toyota Yaris 2014 1.3 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 3.95 m | 3.89 m | |
| Width: | 1.74 m | 1.70 m | |
| Height: | 1.42 m | 1.51 m | |
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Audi A1 is larger, but lower. Audi A1 is 7 cm longer than the Toyota Yaris, 5 cm wider, while the height of Audi A1 is 9 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 270 litres | 286 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
920 litres | no data | |
| Despite its longer length, Audi A1 has 16 litres less trunk space than the Toyota Yaris. This could mean that the Audi A1 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.6 meters | 9.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Audi A1 is 1.2 metres more than that of the Toyota Yaris, which means Audi A1 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`660 | 1`480 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | high | above average | |
| Audi A1 has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Toyota Yaris, so Audi A1 quality could be a bit better. | |||
| Average price (€): | 8800 | 9200 | |
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