2006 Audi S4 vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2010 Scion tC. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Scion tC.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Scion tC. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 2010 Scion tC | |
| Make | Audi | Scion |
| Model | S4 | tC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
