2005 Audi S4 vs. 2004 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Speed 12 (791 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 795 kg more than 2004 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2005 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 TVR Speed 12. 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 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2004 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Audi | TVR |
| Model | S4 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 791 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 57 L |
