2005 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
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 Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Crown (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2003 Toyota Crown.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Crown. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Crown. (328 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 71 L |
