2004 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (420 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ferrari 360. 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, 2004 Audi A4 (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | A4 | 360 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 95 L |