2007 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Previa. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2002 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2002 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Previa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
