2004 Audi S4 vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT 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 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 74 more horse power than 2012 Audi TT. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2012 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi TT. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi TT.
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2004 Audi S4 | 2012 Audi TT | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | S4 | TT |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1349 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |