2005 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 377 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (225 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1784 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |