2007 Audi S4 vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S4 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 206 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2010 Toyota Prius. 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 2010 Toyota Prius. 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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S4 | Prius |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
