2002 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A4 (184 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A4 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2002 Audi A4 (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
