2005 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Ferrari California
To start off, 2010 Ferrari California is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2010 Ferrari California.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ferrari California. 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, 2010 Ferrari California (483 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 2010 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2010 Ferrari California | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A4 | California |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 78 L |
