2000 Audi A8 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 A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2000 Audi A8.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2005 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A8 | S4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
