2004 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 2 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 205 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.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Murano |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
