2006 Audi S4 vs. 2012 Ferrari FF
To start off, 2012 Ferrari FF is newer by 6 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. At 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari FF (651 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 2006 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari FF should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2012 Ferrari FF.
Because 2012 Ferrari FF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi S4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari FF 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, 2012 Ferrari FF (683 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 2012 Ferrari FF | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | S4 | FF |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 651 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 683 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1379 mm |
