2000 Audi Steppenwolf vs. 2006 Audi RS4
To start off, 2006 Audi RS4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi Steppenwolf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi Steppenwolf would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (415 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2000 Audi Steppenwolf. (222 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi Steppenwolf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi Steppenwolf weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 Audi RS4.
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, 2006 Audi RS4 (430 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi Steppenwolf. (320 Nm). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi Steppenwolf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi Steppenwolf | 2006 Audi RS4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Steppenwolf | RS4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 415 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
