2007 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Audi RS4

To start off, both 2007 Audi A4 and 2007 Audi RS4 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi RS4 (420 HP @ 8205 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi RS4 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A4 2007 Audi RS4
Make Audi Audi
Model A4 RS4
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3123 cc 4161 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 252 HP 420 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 8205 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 430 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 5500 RPM
Top Speed 250 km/hour 249 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1820 mm


 

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