2005 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 6 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Venza weights approximately 201 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Venza. 2011 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. 2011 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Venza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 67 L |
