1998 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Audi A4. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 542 kg more than 1998 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (404 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A4. (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A4 | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Navara |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 404 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
