2005 Audi S4 vs. 2002 Audi Avantissimo
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi Avantissimo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi Avantissimo would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi Avantissimo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi Avantissimo (431 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi Avantissimo should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi Avantissimo weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Audi Avantissimo (603 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2002 Audi Avantissimo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2002 Audi Avantissimo | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S4 | Avantissimo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 431 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
