2001 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2001 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota RAV4 (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Audi A4. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A4 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2000 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A4. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A4 | 2000 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
