2004 Audi S4 vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi S4 (411 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S4 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
