2004 Audi S4 vs. 2004 Vector M12
To start off, both 2004 Audi S4 and 2004 Vector M12 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2004 Audi S4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Vector M12.
Because 2004 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Vector M12. 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 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 2004 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Audi | Vector |
| Model | S4 | M12 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
