2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Nissan Quest

To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Nissan Quest were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (171 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Quest. 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 Nissan Quest (328 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 2005 Nissan Quest
Make Audi Nissan
Model A4 Quest
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1786 cc 3507 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 171 HP 238 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 328 Nm
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 81 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1660 kg 1820 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 5190 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3160 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 76 L


 

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