2004 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Audi S5
To start off, 2011 Audi S5 is newer by 7 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S5 weights approximately 140 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.
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 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi S5. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi S5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2011 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | S5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
