2002 Audi S4 vs. 2004 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2004 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi S4 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 191 more horse power than 2004 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi S4 weights approximately 1037 kg more than 2004 Donkervoort D8. 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 2004 Donkervoort D8. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S4 | 2004 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Audi | Donkervoort |
| Model | S4 | D8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
