2003 Audi A4 vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A4 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Audi A4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A4 | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
