2007 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 268 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 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 2004 Toyota Corolla. 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (128 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 2007 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Corolla 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:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
