2005 Marcos TS vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Marcos TS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Marcos TS would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Marcos TS. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Marcos TS.
Because 2011 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Marcos TS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TS | 2011 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Marcos | Audi |
| Model | TS | S4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2809 mm |
