1999 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4. 2005 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 1999 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 1999 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
