2004 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Previa weights approximately 175 kg more than 2004 Audi A4.
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, 2004 Audi A4 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1998 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Previa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
