2004 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 240 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. 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 2003 Toyota Soarer. 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, 2003 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4. 2003 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Audi A4 | 2003 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Soarer |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |