2004 Audi S4 vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 139 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 252 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen CC. 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 2012 Volkswagen CC. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
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2004 Audi S4 | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | S4 | CC |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
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 | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |