2004 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Audi S4
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4.
Because 2007 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2007 Audi S4 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | S4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4161 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |