2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Marcos TSO
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Marcos TSO were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (475 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
Because 2005 Marcos TSO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Marcos TSO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Marcos TSO (535 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2005 Marcos TSO | |
| Make | Audi | Marcos |
| Model | A4 | TSO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 475 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
