2009 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 300 kg more than 2009 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
