2004 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Toyota Solara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Solara. (204 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Solara |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |