1998 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 10 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 387 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 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A4 | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
