2007 Audi S4 vs. 2004 BMW 545
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 BMW 545. (325 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 Audi S4.
Because 2007 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 545. 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, 2004 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S4 | 2004 BMW 545 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | S4 | 545 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |