2004 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. 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, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. 2011 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet S-10 has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet S-10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Chevrolet S-10 | 2011 Audi A4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | S-10 | A4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2194 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2809 mm |