2005 Audi S4 vs. 2002 BMW 740
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 740 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 86 more horse power than 2002 BMW 740. (254 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 740 weights approximately 231 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 BMW 740 (600 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2002 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2002 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S4 | 740 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 88 L |
