1999 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 9 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (151 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
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, 1999 Audi A4 (400 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A4 | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |