2004 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2012 Ferrari 599.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ferrari 599. 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 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 599 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 Ferrari 599 has manual transmission. 2012 Ferrari 599 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 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | A4 | 599 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 652 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 3.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4666 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1336 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.6 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 105 L |