2005 Audi S4 vs. 2005 Holden Astra
To start off, both 2005 Audi S4 and 2005 Holden Astra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 217 more horse power than 2005 Holden Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 562 kg more than 2005 Holden Astra. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Astra. (173 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2005 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | S4 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
