2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Toyota Matrix

To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Toyota Matrix were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Matrix (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2009 Toyota Matrix.

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, 2009 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Matrix. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Matrix. 2009 Toyota Matrix 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. 2009 Toyota Matrix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A4 2009 Toyota Matrix
Make Audi Toyota
Model A4 Matrix
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 2362 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1434 kg 1074 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.7 L/100km 10 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 50 L


 

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