2004 Audi S4 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 2 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2004 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 127 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S4. (411 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S4 | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 617 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
