2006 Audi S4 vs. 2005 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Maserati Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Maserati Coupe would be higher. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Coupe (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Maserati Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2005 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 2005 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | S4 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |
