2009 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
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 RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 425 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.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
