2005 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2002 Nissan Altima.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Altima. (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
