1998 Toyota Picnic vs. 2007 Audi A4
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Picnic. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 63 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
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, 2007 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Picnic. 2007 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Picnic has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Picnic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Picnic | 2007 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Picnic | A4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
