2004 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Audi S4. (333 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi S4.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 2012 Audi S4 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Aceca | S4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
