2006 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 750 kg more than 2001 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A4 2001 Toyota Corolla
Make Audi Toyota
Model A4 Corolla
Year Released 2006 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3129 cc 1794 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 255 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 172 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 91.5 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1880 kg 1130 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 50 L


 

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