2005 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
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 Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 1900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4. 2002 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3270 mm |
