2004 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 8 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 400 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.
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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (235 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1784 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
