2005 Audi S4 vs. 1997 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1997 Holden Commodore. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1997 Holden Commodore. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Commodore. (395 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1997 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | S4 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
