2004 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Audi A4.
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 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
