2005 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Altima. 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 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |
