2004 Audi S4 vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder

To start off, both 2004 Audi S4 and 2004 Nissan Pathfinder were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 109 kg more than 2004 Audi S4.

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 S4 (410 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (363 Nm). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi S4 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
Make Audi Nissan
Model S4 Pathfinder
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4162 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 339 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 363 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1765 kg 1874 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.1 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 17.9 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.3 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 80 L


 

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