1995 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2006 Toyota Prius is newer by 11 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Prius (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Audi A4. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Prius weights approximately 60 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, 1995 Audi A4 (150 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Prius. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A4 | 2006 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
