2007 Audi S4 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Astra 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 241 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Astra. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Astra. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 2003 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | S4 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |
