1996 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 11 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A4 (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 weights approximately 257 kg more than 2007 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, 1996 Audi A4 (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 42 L |
