2004 Audi S4 vs. 2004 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, both 2004 Audi S4 and 2004 Ford Transit Connect were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 471 kg more than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. 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 2004 Ford Transit Connect. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi S4 | 2004 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S4 | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |