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. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2000 Audi A8. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (300 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 | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.8 mm |
| 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 | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
