2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Toyota Prius were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Toyota Prius.
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 (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Prius |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 76 HP |
Torque | 195 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 13.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |