2005 Audi S4 vs. 2000 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Silvia 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 90 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Silvia. (250 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2000 Nissan Silvia. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Silvia. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2000 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S4 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
