2004 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Nissan Titan

To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 4 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Titan weights approximately 923 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 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (310 Nm @ 1740 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A4 2008 Nissan Titan
Make Audi Nissan
Model A4 Titan
Year Released 2004 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 5552 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 137 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 522 Nm
Torque RPM 1740 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1482 kg 2405 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 6210 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 4060 mm
Fuel Consumption 4.7 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 7.7 L/100km 19.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.8 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 140 L


 

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