2001 Toyota Celica vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Celica. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S4 weights approximately 531 kg more than 2001 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi S4 (440 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm). This means 2011 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Celica | 2011 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Celica | S4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
