2004 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Ascari A10
To start off, 2012 Ascari A10 is newer by 8 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2012 Ascari A10.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ascari A10. 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, 2012 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4. 2004 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2012 Ascari A10 has manual transmission. 2012 Ascari A10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Audi A4 | 2012 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Audi | Ascari |
Model | A4 | A10 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3122 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2636 mm |