2008 Audi S4 vs. 2009 Audi S4
To start off, 2009 Audi S4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S4 would be higher. Both 2008 Audi S4 and 2009 Audi S4 are equipped with a 4,163 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S4 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 Audi S4. 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, both vehicles can yield 410 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2008 Audi S4 | 2009 Audi S4 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | S4 | S4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |