2007 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Toyota Quantum
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 Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Quantum 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 153 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Quantum. (102 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Quantum.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Quantum. 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 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Quantum. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Quantum. 2007 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Quantum has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Quantum 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 | 2006 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
