2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Nissan 350Z were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 127 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 (370 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (359 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A4 | 350Z |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2392 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 359 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1463 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |