2009 Audi S4 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Audi S4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 911. (317 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 552 kg more than 2009 Audi S4.
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, 2009 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2009 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi S4 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | S4 | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |