2000 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Audi S4
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2000 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 2005 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | S4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
