2004 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (187 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
