2007 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 5 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2012 Toyota Venza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Venza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |