2005 Audi S4 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S

To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. (350 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S.

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2005 Audi S4 2003 Mercedes-Benz S
Make Audi Mercedes-Benz
Model S4 S
Year Released 2005 2003
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 3724 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 340 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 350 Nm
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 97 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1770 kg 1810 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 5050 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 88 L