2005 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Nissan Rogue

To start off, 2009 Nissan Rogue is newer by 4 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (171 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Rogue. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 106 kg more than 2009 Nissan Rogue. 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 2009 Nissan Rogue. 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 (225 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Rogue. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Rogue.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 2009 Nissan Rogue
Make Audi Nissan
Model A4 Rogue
Year Released 2005 2009
Body Type Station Wagon Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1786 cc 2501 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 171 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 175 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 9.8:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1660 kg 1554 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.4 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 60 L


 

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