2003 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2004 Toyota Ipsum is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A4 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 184 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Ipsum. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Ipsum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 130 kg more than 2003 Audi A4.
Because 2003 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Ipsum. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Ipsum. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Ipsum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A4 | 2004 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |
