2005 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 162 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2007 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A4 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
