2004 Audi S4 vs. 2004 Opel Vectra

To start off, both 2004 Audi S4 and 2004 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (121 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2004 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi S4 (411 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (280 Nm). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi S4 2004 Opel Vectra
Make Audi Opel
Model S4 Vectra
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 340 HP 121 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 411 Nm 280 Nm
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 90.4 mm
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1895 kg 1625 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.2 L/100km 5.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 6.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 61 L


 

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