2006 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 10 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 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 660 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.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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, 2006 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
