2006 Audi S4 vs. 1995 Rover 800
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 800 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1995 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 356 kg more than 1995 Rover 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 1995 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | S4 | 800 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
