2004 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima is newer by 3 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Altima. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 Nissan Altima. 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 2007 Nissan Altima. 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 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Altima. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Altima. 2007 Nissan Altima 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. 2007 Nissan Altima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Audi A4 | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A4 | Altima |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |