1991 Audi S2 vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi S2 would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi S2 (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 140 kg more than 1991 Audi S2.
Because 1991 Audi S2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 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, 1991 Audi S2 (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Audi S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi S2 | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S2 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
