2000 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, both 2000 Audi A4 and 2000 Toyota Solara were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A4 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Toyota Solara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Solara. (204 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A4 | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Solara |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |