2007 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Audi S4
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S4 weights approximately 180 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, 2008 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (226 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4. 2008 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi A4 | 2008 Audi S4 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | S4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4161 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |