2000 Kia Clarus vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2000 Kia Clarus. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Clarus.
Because 2011 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Kia Clarus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Clarus. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Clarus | 2011 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Kia | Audi |
| Model | Clarus | S4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2809 mm |
