2000 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Audi S4
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 7 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 Audi A8.
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, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8. 2000 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2007 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A8 | S4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4163 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 | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
