2005 Audi S4 vs. 2004 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Maserati Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Maserati Coupe would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 Maserati Coupe.
Because 2005 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Maserati Coupe. 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, 2004 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2004 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | S4 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 21.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |
