2005 Audi S4 vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Primera. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 512 kg more than 1996 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Primera. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S4 | Primera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
