2004 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2011 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 7 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 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 646 kg more than 2004 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (300 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. (226 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2011 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |
