2006 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 409 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla. 2009 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A4 2009 Toyota Corolla
Make Audi Toyota
Model A4 Corolla
Year Released 2006 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3189 cc 1798 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 132 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 1684 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.5 L/100km 8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 50 L


 

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