2007 Audi S4 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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 171 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi S4 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Audi Volkswagen
Model S4 Jetta
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 2480 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 341 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3750 RPM
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 55 L