2005 Audi S4 vs. 2004 Maybach 62
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Maybach 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Maybach 62 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maybach 62 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 62 weights approximately 965 kg more than 2005 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Maybach 62 (900 Nm) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2004 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2004 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Audi | Maybach |
| Model | S4 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 110 L |
