2008 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda S2000 (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda S2000 weights approximately 11 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Audi A4 (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda S2000. (217 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2004 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1286 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
