2006 Audi S4 vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi S4 | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | S4 | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |