2007 Audi S4 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 232 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S4 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
