2007 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Marcos TS
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Marcos TS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Marcos TS would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Marcos TS. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2005 Marcos TS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Marcos TS. 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, 2007 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2005 Marcos TS | |
| Make | Audi | Marcos |
| Model | A4 | TS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |
