2006 Audi S4 vs. 2009 Audi A8
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi S4 would be higher. Both 2006 Audi S4 and 2009 Audi A8 are equipped with a 4,163 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi S4.
Because 2009 Audi A8 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, 2009 Audi A8 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, 2009 Audi A8 (442 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi S4 | 2009 Audi A8 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | S4 | A8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |