2005 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 628 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (124 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
