2005 Audi S4 vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 400 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1996 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | S4 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
