2007 Audi S4 vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S4 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 124 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4. 2008 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 2008 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S4 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
