2009 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Toyota Prius
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 Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Prius weights approximately 268 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Prius. 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 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 2007 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Prius |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |