2007 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 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 (226 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
