2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Toyota Matrix
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Toyota Matrix were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Matrix (130 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Toyota Matrix.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Matrix. 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) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Matrix. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2005 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| 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 | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
