1996 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 240 kg more than 1996 Audi A4.
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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (290 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
