Audi S4 Avant (4A,C4) 4.2 V8 (280 Hp) quattro
Audi S4:
The Audi S4 is the high performance variant of Audi's compact executive car A4. The original Audi S4, built from 1991 until 1994, was a performance-oriented version of Audi's 100 saloon/sedan. All subsequent S4s, beginning with the "B5" platform car in 1997, have been based on the Audi A4; and as the A4 has evolved from one generation to the next, so has the S4. Audi's platform generation names, beginning with "B5" in 1997, are used throughout to distinguish between generations/evolutions of these products....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Avant (4A,C4) Overview:
Audi S4 (Avant (4A,C4)). With 400 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1730 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 6.6 s). The top speed reaches 247 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • High-performance engine delivering 280 hp.
- • Sporty acceleration: 0-100 km/h in 6.6 sec.
- • All-wheel drive for superior traction in all conditions.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Standard trunk space (390 L) suitable for daily needs.
Cons:
- • Relatively high fuel consumption: 11.3 L/100 km combined.
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(B9, facelift 2019: November, 2020 - ).
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| Brand: | Audi |
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| Model: | S4 |
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| Generation: | Avant (4A,C4) |
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| Modification (Engine): | 4.2 V8 (280 Hp) quattro |
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| Start of production: | October, 1992 |
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| End of production: | July, 1994 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 5 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 280 Hp @ 5800 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 67.1 Hp/l [20mm more] |
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| Torque: | 400 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | ABH More details about the engine ABH |
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| Engine displacement: | 4172 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
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| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 7.5 l |
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| Coolant: | 8.5 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 84.5 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 93 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 10.6:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 18.9 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.3 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11.3 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 6.6 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 6.6 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 247 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.2 kg/Hp, 161.8 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.3 kg/Nm, 231.2 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6.3 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1730 |
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| Max. weight: | 2280 |
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| Max load: | 550 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1310 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 390 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4790 mm mm [20mm more] |
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| Width: | 1805 mm mm [42mm less] |
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| Height: | 1422 mm mm [18mm more] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2692 mm mm [133mm less] |
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| Front track: | 1569 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1534 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.4 m [above average] |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
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| Number of gears | 6 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 225/50 R16 |
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| Wheel rims size | 16 |
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| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
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| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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