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, 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 3800 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 508 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 2004 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Corolla 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 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1364 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
