1999 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Toyota MR-S
To start off, both 1999 Audi A4 and 1999 Toyota MR-S were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota MR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR-S (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR-S should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR-S.
Because 1999 Toyota MR-S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Toyota MR-S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota MR-S (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota MR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1999 Toyota MR-S | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | MR-S |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |
