2003 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis

To start off, both 2003 Audi A4 and 2003 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Audi A4. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A4 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis.

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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A4. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Audi A4 2003 Toyota Avensis
Make Audi Toyota
Model A4 Avensis
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 1794 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 171 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 91.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1295 kg 1245 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 61 L


 

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