1997 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1997 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 604 kg more than 1997 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Audi A4 | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1799 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3090 mm |