2003 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Terrano II | 2010 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Terrano II | A4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2809 mm |
