1995 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 60 kg more than 1995 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A4 | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
