2006 Toyota Celica vs. 2007 Audi A4
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Celica. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 276 kg more than 2006 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Celica. 2007 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Celica | 2007 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Celica | A4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
