2004 Audi S4 vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 2004 Audi S4 and 2004 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 256 kg more than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. 2004 Nissan X-Trail has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Nissan X-Trail will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S4 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1404 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
