2005 Audi A4 vs. 1995 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1995 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 463 kg more than 1995 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1995 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
