1998 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (119 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma weights approximately 192 kg more than 1998 Audi A4. 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, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Tacuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A4 | 2001 Daewoo Tacuma | |
| Make | Audi | Daewoo |
| Model | A4 | Tacuma |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
