2009 Audi RS4 vs. 2009 Dacia Sandero

To start off, both 2009 Audi RS4 and 2009 Dacia Sandero were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi RS4 weights approximately 599 kg more than 2009 Dacia Sandero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dacia Sandero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi RS4 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, 2009 Audi RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Sandero.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi RS4 2009 Dacia Sandero
Make Audi Dacia
Model RS4 Sandero
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4161 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 414 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 430 Nm 112 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 70 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 161 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.8 seconds 13 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1710 kg 1111 kg
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2600 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.5 L/100km 7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 50 L


 

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