2004 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Toyota Mark II
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 Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Mark II. (157 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Mark II 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 (235 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2002 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1784 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
