2002 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2002 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi S5 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2002 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A4. 2012 Audi S5 has automatic transmission and 2002 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2002 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi S5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Audi A4 | 2012 Audi S5 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | S5 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 354 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |