2004 Audi S4 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (343 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 219 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (480 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S4. (411 Nm). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S4 | E |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1676 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
