2008 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Toyota Venza

To start off, 2009 Toyota Venza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4.

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, 2009 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A4 2009 Toyota Venza
Make Audi Toyota
Model A4 Venza
Year Released 2008 2009
Body Type Sedan Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3123 cc 3456 cc
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 269 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 334 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 67 L


 

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