2002 Audi S3 vs. 2002 Audi A4
To start off, both 2002 Audi S3 and 2002 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2002 Audi S3 and 2002 Audi A4 are equipped with a 1,779 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 Audi A4. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi S3 weights approximately 48 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.
Because 2002 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi S3 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, 2002 Audi S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2002 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S3 | 2002 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S3 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1423 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
