1999 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 13 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 132 kg more than 2012 Nissan Cube. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Cube. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 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 A4 (400 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Cube |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
