1996 Audi S6 vs. 2012 Scion tC
To start off, 2012 Scion tC is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2012 Scion tC. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 372 kg more than 2012 Scion tC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Scion tC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Scion tC. (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2012 Scion tC | |
| Make | Audi | Scion |
| Model | S6 | tC |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |
