2005 Audi S4 vs. 2003 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Smart ForTwo 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 280 more horse power than 2003 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2003 Smart ForTwo. 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 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart ForTwo. (96 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2003 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Audi | Smart |
| Model | S4 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 67 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 33 L |
