2004 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2000 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Primera. 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 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Primera. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2000 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Primera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
