1995 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A4 weights approximately 87 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. 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 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A4 | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 42 L |
