2009 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Toyota Condor

To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 564 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.

Because 2001 Toyota Condor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A4 2001 Toyota Condor
Make Audi Toyota
Model A4 Condor
Year Released 2009 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3189 cc 2995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 99.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 22.2:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 895 kg 1459 kg
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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