1996 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 399 kg more than 1996 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 79 L |
