2001 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 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, 2012 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (132 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Corolla. 2012 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Audi S4 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Corolla | S4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2809 mm |