2009 Audi S4 vs. 2000 Caterham 7
To start off, 2009 Audi S4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S4 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Caterham 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S4 | 2000 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Caterham |
| Model | S4 | 7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1137 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 10750 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2260 mm |
