2007 Audi S4 vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 168 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S4 | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | S4 | Caldina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |