1996 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A4 (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 250 kg more than 1996 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1996 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
