2000 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Echo. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Echo.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Echo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Audi A4 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Echo. (123 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1999 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Echo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
