1996 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Echo 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Echo (115 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Toyota Echo.
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 Echo (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Echo 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 Echo | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Echo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 84.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |