1999 Audi A2 vs. 1999 Nissan Xterra
To start off, both 1999 Audi A2 and 1999 Nissan Xterra were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A2 (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (177 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 810 kg more than 1999 Audi A2.
Because 1999 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi A2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra 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, 1999 Audi A2 (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (274 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A2 | 1999 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A2 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 73 L |
