2004 Audi S4 vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 401 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 996 (560 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S4. (411 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | S4 | 996 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
