2007 Audi A4 vs. 2004 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Speed 12 (791 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 539 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2004 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 TVR Speed 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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, 2004 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2004 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Audi | TVR |
| Model | A4 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 791 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
