2003 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Audi A4
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A8 would be higher. Both 2003 Audi A8 and 2004 Audi A4 are equipped with a 2,976 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (223 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Audi A8. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 Audi A4.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, both vehicles can yield 300 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2003 Audi A8 | 2004 Audi A4 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A8 | A4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |