2002 Audi S4 vs. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2002 Audi S4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi S4 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S4 | 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | S4 | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |
