2004 Audi S4 vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Audi S4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 217 kg more than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
Because 2004 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan 370Z. 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, 2004 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan 370Z. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S4 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1503 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1316 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
