2001 Audi A4 vs. 1995 Nissan President
To start off, 2001 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2001 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan President weights approximately 460 kg more than 2001 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Nissan President 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 1995 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1995 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A4. (231 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A4. 1995 Nissan President has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Nissan President will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A4 | 1995 Nissan President | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | President |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3040 mm |
