2005 Audi S4 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 8 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (424 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Porsche Panamera (521 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | S4 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2920 mm |
