2005 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2009 Toyota Venza is newer by 4 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Venza. 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, 2009 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4. 2009 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2009 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Venza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 67 L |
