2000 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Toyota RAV4

To start off, 2003 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Toyota RAV4. (145 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A4 weights approximately 177 kg more than 2003 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2000 Audi A4 (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota RAV4.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Audi A4 2003 Toyota RAV4
Make Audi Toyota
Model A4 RAV4
Year Released 2000 2003
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 150 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 204 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 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 Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1455 kg 1278 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 57 L


 

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