2005 Audi S4 vs. 2007 Audi A8
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 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 @ 6200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2007 Audi A8. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A8. (360 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi S4 | 2007 Audi A8 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | S4 | A8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 360 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 17.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |