2005 Audi S4 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Vectra 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 195 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | S4 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
