1998 Toyota Caldina vs. 2004 Audi A4
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (223 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 248 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2004 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Caldina | 2004 Audi A4 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Caldina | A4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |