2007 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avalon is newer by 3 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 243 kg more than 2010 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Avalon. 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, 2010 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4. 2010 Toyota Avalon 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. 2010 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2010 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2819 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
