2005 Audi S4 vs. 2001 Saturn SC
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saturn SC would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2001 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 715 kg more than 2001 Saturn SC. 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn SC. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2001 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Audi | Saturn |
| Model | S4 | SC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
