2004 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2002 Ferrari 550.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ferrari 550. 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, 2002 Ferrari 550 (570 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (450 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2002 Ferrari 550 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A4 | 550 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 110 L |
