2011 Audi S4 vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi S5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi S5 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Audi S4. (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2011 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - 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, both vehicles can yield 440 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi S4 | 2010 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S4 | S5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1829 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2809 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
