2005 Audi S4 vs. 1996 Audi S6
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Audi S6. (322 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1996 Audi S6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1996 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S4 | S6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 21.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
