2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Audi S4
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Audi S4 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S4 weights approximately 325 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.
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, 2008 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S4. 2008 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Audi S4 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | S4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |