2001 Audi Allroad vs. 2009 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2001 Audi Allroad. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi Allroad weights approximately 344 kg more than 2009 Nissan Altima.
Because 2001 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi Allroad 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, 2009 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi Allroad. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi Allroad.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Allroad | 2009 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Allroad | Altima |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
