2005 Audi RS4 vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS4 (376 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS4 weights approximately 49 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi RS4 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi RS4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS4 | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | RS4 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
