2005 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (149 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 2002 Toyota Corolla
Make Audi Toyota
Model A4 Corolla
Year Released 2005 2002
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 170 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 149 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 1170 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 55 L


 

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