2009 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 3,122 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (134 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 730 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3122 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 16.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
