2006 Audi S4 vs. 2000 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Samurai 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 277 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 700 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2000 Suzuki Samurai 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 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 2000 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | S4 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
