2003 Audi LeMans vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2003 Audi LeMans is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Audi LeMans is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi LeMans (601 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 475 more horse power than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi LeMans should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi LeMans weights approximately 230 kg more than 1998 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Audi LeMans (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 578 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Audi LeMans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi LeMans | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | LeMans | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 601 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
