2007 Audi S4 vs. 1993 Xedos 6
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1993 Xedos 6. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1993 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Xedos 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Xedos 6. (170 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1993 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Xedos |
| Model | S4 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |
