1996 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 17 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 2,494 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion tC (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion tC weights approximately 112 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 2013 Scion tC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Scion tC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Scion tC (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | Audi | Scion |
| Model | A4 | tC |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
