2004 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Nissan Armada

To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada is newer by 8 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 969 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Nissan Armada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4. 2012 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A4 2012 Nissan Armada
Make Audi Nissan
Model A4 Armada
Year Released 2004 2012
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 5600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 521 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 2469 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 5276 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 2014 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1961 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 3129 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 106 L


 

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