2007 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
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 Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Yaris 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 178 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 578 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1364 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
