2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Nissan Micra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (160 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 387 kg more than 2005 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2005 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A4 | Micra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1240 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 46 L |