2000 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2003 Nissan Maxima is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 Audi A4. 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, 2000 Audi A4 (200 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Maxima. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 2003 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
