2005 Audi S4 vs. 2003 Rover City
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rover City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rover City 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2003 Rover City. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 815 kg more than 2003 Rover City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Rover City. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover City. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover City.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2003 Rover City | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | S4 | City |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 37 L |
