2007 Audi S4 vs. 2000 Porsche 996
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche 996 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 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Porsche 996. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2000 Porsche 996. 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche 996. (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S4 | 2000 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | S4 | 996 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |