2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2006 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 2006 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 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |