2002 Audi RS4 vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Audi RS4. (376 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi RS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1200 kg more than 2002 Audi RS4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi RS4. (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi RS4. 2012 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 2002 Audi RS4 has manual transmission. 2002 Audi RS4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi RS4 | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | RS4 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |
