2004 Audi S4 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Audi S4.
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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. 2004 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 1999 Vauxhall Frontera has manual transmission. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Audi S4 | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
Model | S4 | Frontera |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |