2005 Audi S4 vs. 2004 Caterham 7
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Caterham 7 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 @ 6300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2004 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 1195 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2004 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Caterham |
| Model | S4 | 7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |
