2000 Audi S4 vs. 2000 Caterham C21
To start off, both 2000 Audi S4 and 2000 Caterham C21 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S4 (250 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2000 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S4 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2000 Caterham C21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Caterham C21 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Caterham C21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Audi S4 (350 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S4 | 2000 Caterham C21 | |
| Make | Audi | Caterham |
| Model | S4 | C21 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2260 mm |
