2004 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 221 kg more than 2002 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 2002 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 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |