1999 Honda Today vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Today would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today.
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, 2012 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Today | 2012 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Today | S4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1829 mm |
