2003 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 5,952 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2011 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2011 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, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Avanti Studebaker | 2011 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Avanti | Audi |
| Model | Studebaker | A4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5952 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2675 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2809 mm |
