2004 Audi S4 Avant vs. 2004 Audi S4 Tiptronic
To start off, both 2004 Audi S4 Avant and 2004 Audi S4 Tiptronic were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 Avant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 339 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 Tiptronic weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Audi S4 Avant.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 410 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2004 Audi S4 Tiptronic has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi S4 Avant has manual transmission. 2004 Audi S4 Avant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi S4 Tiptronic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 Avant | 2004 Audi S4 Tiptronic | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S4 | S4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
