2005 Toyota MR2 vs. 2004 Audi A4
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (169 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Toyota MR2. (150 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2. 2004 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Toyota MR2 | 2004 Audi A4 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | MR2 | A4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1792 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 66 L |