2004 Audi S4 vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Nitro. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2004 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Nitro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Nitro. (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | S4 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2764 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
