1998 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 5 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Audi A4. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A4 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
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, 1998 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A4 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 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 | 1580 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
