1999 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Venture weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1996 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Venture |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 87 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
