2004 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 4 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |