2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Vector M12
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Vector M12 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vector M12 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Vector M12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Vector M12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2004 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Audi | Vector |
| Model | A4 | M12 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
