2004 Audi S4 vs. 2010 Alpina B5
To start off, 2010 Alpina B5 is newer by 6 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2004 Audi S4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B5 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Audi S4. 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 2010 Alpina B5. 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, 2010 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 2010 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Audi | Alpina |
| Model | S4 | B5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
