1999 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Toyota Century
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Century weights approximately 500 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
Because 1996 Toyota Century 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 1996 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A4 | 1996 Toyota Century | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Century |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2870 mm |