2008 Audi S4 vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S4 weights approximately 840 kg more than 2004 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Arosa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S4 | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | S4 | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 17.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 34 L |
