2004 Audi A4 vs. 1997 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Paseo. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1997 Toyota Paseo. 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 1997 Toyota Paseo. 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 (310 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1997 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Paseo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
