2001 Toyota Solara vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 Toyota Solara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Solara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Solara. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Solara. 2008 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Solara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Solara | 2008 Audi A4 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Solara | A4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 91.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |