2005 Audi A4 vs. 2002 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 662 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 483 kg more than 2002 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 TVR Speed 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 571 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2002 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Audi | TVR |
| Model | A4 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 57 L |
