2007 Audi S4 vs. 1998 Acura EL
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura EL 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 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1998 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura EL.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1998 Acura EL | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | S4 | EL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2619 mm |
