2005 Audi S4 vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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 261 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 850 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. 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 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | S4 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
