2004 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 6 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 142 kg more than 2010 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 2010 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 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
