2005 Audi S4 vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 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, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (172 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | S4 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
