2006 Audi S4 vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 200 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 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1997 Rover 200. 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 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | S4 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
