2005 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Nissan Note
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note 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 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 73 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Note. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 263 kg more than 2007 Nissan Note. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Note. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Note.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2007 Nissan Note | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Note |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1167 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 46 L |
