1999 Toyota MR-S 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 MR-S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota MR-S 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 193 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR-S. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR-S.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota MR-S. 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR-S. (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota MR-S | 2012 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | MR-S | S4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 64 L |
