2009 Audi S4 vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2009 Audi S4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 405 kg more than 2009 Audi S4.
Because 2009 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Picnic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Picnic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S4 | 1996 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S4 | Picnic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
