1999 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 6 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 640 kg more than 1999 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 87 L |
