1999 Honda City vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda City would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1999 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S4 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1999 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda City. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda City | 2011 Audi S4 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | City | S4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1342 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2809 mm |