2005 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 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 2003 Toyota Avensis. 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 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (167 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
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2005 Audi A4 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Avensis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |