2008 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 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 (320 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (176 Nm). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
