2005 Audi S4 vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 6 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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 343 kg more than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (374 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S4 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1323 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
