2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (218 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2004 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 2004 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 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 2004 Toyota Corolla 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. 2004 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
