2005 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Toyota 4Runner. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 365 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota 4Runner. (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1996 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
