2004 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2007 Toyota Prius is newer by 3 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2007 Toyota Prius. 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 2007 Toyota Prius. 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 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2007 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Prius |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.2 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.6 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |