2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2005 Audi S4
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (520 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (555 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2005 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | Vanquish | S4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
