2008 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Toyota GT1

To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota GT1 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Toyota GT1. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota GT1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2000 Toyota GT1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota GT1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota GT1. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota GT1.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A4 2000 Toyota GT1
Make Audi Toyota
Model A4 GT1
Year Released 2008 2000
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1894 cc 1599 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 128 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 93.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 72.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 8.9:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 205 km/hour 225 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1485 kg 900 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1130 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2810 mm


 

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