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S4 Sedan vs S3 quattro

Audi · Audi

1/4 Mile winner
S4 Sedan
Beats the S3 quattro by 0.00s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the S4 Sedan beats the S3 quattro by a hair, finishing 0.00 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the S4 Sedan thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
349 hp
328 hp
0–100 km/h
4.7s
4.7s
Top speed
250 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
V6
2.0L Turbo I4
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
500 Nm
420 Nm
Price
$59,000
$49,500

Simulated race times

Distance
S4 Sedan
S3 quattro
100 m
5.676s
5.676s
1/8 mile
8.404s
8.404s
1/4 mile
12.667s
12.667s
1 km
22.831s
22.831s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: S3 quattro is $49,500 vs $59,000 for the S4 Sedan — a $9,500 gap. Power: S4 Sedan makes 21 hp more (349 vs 328).

FAQ

Which is faster, the S4 Sedan or the S3 quattro?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the S4 Sedan is faster, beating the S3 quattro by 0.00 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the S4 Sedan vs the S3 quattro?

The S4 Sedan hits 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds, while the S3 quattro does it in 4.7 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The S4 Sedan produces 349 hp; the S3 quattro produces 328 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The S4 Sedan tops out at 250 km/h, and the S3 quattro reaches 250 km/h.

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