1995 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 555 kg more than 1995 Audi A4.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A4 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2598 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
