2000 Audi R8 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 R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi R8 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2000 Audi R8. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 1708 kg more than 2000 Audi R8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi R8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. 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) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi R8. (339 Nm). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 2007 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | R8 | S4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
