2004 Audi S4 vs. 1999 Honda S-MX

To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda S-MX 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 210 more horse power than 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1999 Honda S-MX. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX. 1999 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi S4 1999 Honda S-MX
Make Audi Honda
Model S4 S-MX
Year Released 2004 1999
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 1972 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 339 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 88 mm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 3960 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2510 mm


 

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