2005 Audi S4 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (156 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi S4 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | S4 | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 156 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.5 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |