2000 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Audi A4
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (220 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2000 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2004 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (235 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 2004 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |
