1996 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 11 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 29 more horse power than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. (164 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 2007 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
