2004 Audi S4 vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 8 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 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2004 Audi S4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi S4.
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, 2012 Audi A8 (627 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S4. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Audi S4 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | S4 | A8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 627 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5268 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3122 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 | 90 L |