2001 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Audi A4. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 491 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A4. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A4 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
