1999 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Nissan Primera
To start off, both 1999 Audi A4 and 1999 Nissan Primera were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1999 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1999 Audi A4 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A4 | 1999 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A4 | Primera |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |