2007 Audi S4 vs. 2005 Audi RS6
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2007 Audi S4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Audi S4. 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, 2005 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 2005 Audi RS6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S4 | RS6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
