2008 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 2 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 180 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 2008 Audi A4 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, 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 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla. 2006 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi A4 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |