2006 Audi S3 vs. 2006 Audi S4
To start off, both 2006 Audi S3 and 2006 Audi S4 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2006 Audi S3. (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2006 Audi S3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi S4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S3 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, 2006 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi S3. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S3 | 2006 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S3 | S4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1880 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
