2005 Audi S4 vs. 2000 Audi A8
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 Audi A8.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2000 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S4 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
