1994 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1994 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 246 kg more than 1994 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A4 | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3160 mm |
