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 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (158 HP @ 5200 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. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 44 kg more than 2004 Audi A4.
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 (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (219 Nm @ 2800 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 | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
