2004 Audi S4 vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 993. (283 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | S4 | 993 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2280 mm |
