2004 Audi S4 vs. 2003 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 890 kg more than 2003 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 2003 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S4 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
