2004 Audi A4 vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 578 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A4 1993 Toyota Corolla
Make Audi Toyota
Model A4 Corolla
Year Released 2004 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 112 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 451 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.4 mm 77 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 1032 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2470 mm


 

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