2005 Audi S4 vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 7 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 207 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (133 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | S4 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
