2005 Audi S4 vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 5 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Audi S5. (333 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi S5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Audi S5 (440 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2010 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2010 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S4 | S5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
