2004 Audi S4 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (450 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 Audi S4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche 911. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi S4 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | S4 | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6750 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 | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2355 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |