1999 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 12 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Altima weights approximately 93 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
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 (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |
