2004 Audi S4 vs. 2003 Rover City

To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rover City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rover City 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 255 more horse power than 2003 Rover City. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2003 Rover City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Rover City. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. 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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover City. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover City.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi S4 2003 Rover City
Make Audi Rover
Model S4 City
Year Released 2004 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 339 HP 84 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 119 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 75.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 1040 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 3710 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 37 L


 

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