2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Toyota Auris were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Auris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Auris (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Auris should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Auris weights approximately 208 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. 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 Toyota Auris (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Auris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Auris |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 15.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |