2008 Audi S5 vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, both 2008 Audi S5 and 2008 Audi A4 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 S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (265 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4.
Because 2008 Audi S5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S5 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 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S5. (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S5 | 2008 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S5 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
