2005 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Camry. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Camry.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Camry. 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 (320 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Camry. (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2001 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
