1999 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 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, 2012 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Corolla | S4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
