2009 Audi S4 vs. 2013 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2013 Acura ZDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi S4 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 40 more horse power than 2013 Acura ZDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ZDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ZDX weights approximately 1083 kg more than 2009 Audi S4.
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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ZDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ZDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S4 | 2013 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | S4 | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2174 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1596 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
