2004 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 5 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 208 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2009 Nissan Frontier 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (235 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1784 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
