2007 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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 123 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 264 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A4 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2210 mm |
