2007 Audi S4 vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda S-MX 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 @ 6800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S-MX weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Audi S4.
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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S4 | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | S4 | S-MX |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |