2004 Audi S4 vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 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 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2005 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Xedos 9. 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 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Audi | Xedos |
| Model | S4 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
