1999 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pickup is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pickup (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 375 kg more than 1999 Audi A4. 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 2003 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2960 mm |
