1999 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 8 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (158 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 135 L |
