2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Toyota Previa

To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Toyota Previa were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (171 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Previa. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.

Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Previa. 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 Toyota Previa (250 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 2005 Toyota Previa
Make Audi Toyota
Model A4 Previa
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1786 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 171 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 250 Nm
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 82.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 94 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 18.6:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1660 kg 1775 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 75 L


 

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