2008 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Quantum would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 255 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Quantum. 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 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 21 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
