2005 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 7 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), 2012 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 1900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 582 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.
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, 2012 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
