2009 Audi S4 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 44 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Panamera. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Panamera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 890 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Panamera. (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S4 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | S4 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
