2004 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,505 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 256 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Sentra. 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 (320 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (237 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
