2008 Audi A4 vs. 1997 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,810 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1997 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1997 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Venture |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1810 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
