2009 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,308 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Sienna. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Sienna.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Sienna. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Sienna. 2006 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A4 | 2006 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Sienna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 3308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |