2005 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1998 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A4 (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1998 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
