2005 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (160 HP @ 1950 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 886 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.
Because 2012 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2012 Nissan X-Trail (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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 X-Trail | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
