2003 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Audi A4. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 61 kg more than 2003 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, 2012 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A4. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A4 | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
