2004 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2009 Nissan Rogue 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Rogue (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 36 kg more than 2009 Nissan Rogue.
Because 2009 Nissan Rogue 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 Rogue 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 Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (196 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Rogue 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 Rogue | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Rogue |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
