2004 Toyota Previa vs. 2006 Audi A4
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Previa. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Previa | 2006 Audi A4 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Previa | A4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |