1995 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2003 Toyota Previa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Audi A4. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Previa weights approximately 228 kg more than 1995 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2003 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A4. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A4 | 2003 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2900 mm |
