1993 Audi S4 vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Audi S4 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Audi S4 (226 HP) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Toyota RAV4. (150 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1993 Audi S4 (353 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota RAV4. (194 Nm). This means 1993 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Audi S4 | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S4 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |
