1994 Audi Coupe vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1994 Audi Coupe. (111 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 225 kg more than 1994 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi Coupe. (168 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi Coupe | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2790 mm |
