2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Audi S8
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Audi S8 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (177 HP @ 1500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S8 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. 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, 2005 Audi S8 (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2005 Audi S8 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | S8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1770 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |