1999 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2003 Toyota Solara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Solara. (162 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Solara weights approximately 100 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 (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Solara. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Solara. 1999 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Solara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Audi A4 | 2003 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Solara |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |