2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Nissan Quest

To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Nissan Quest were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 525 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Nissan Quest (314 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (149 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4. 2004 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A4 2004 Nissan Quest
Make Audi Nissan
Model A4 Quest
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 3294 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 101 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 149 Nm 314 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1295 kg 1820 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 5190 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 3160 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 76 L


 

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