2005 Audi S4 vs. 2001 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 45 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 @ 6200 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2001 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 677 kg more than 2001 Rover 45. 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 45. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2001 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | S4 | 45 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |
