2004 Audi S4 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Vectra

To start off, both 2004 Audi S4 and 2004 Vauxhall Vectra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. 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 Vauxhall Vectra. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi S4 2004 Vauxhall Vectra
Make Audi Vauxhall
Model S4 Vectra
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 1910 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 339 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 321 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1510 mm


 

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