2007 Audi S4 vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 4 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 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 337 kg more than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. 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, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2011 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S4 | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | S4 | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1193 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |