2005 Audi S4 vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S4 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 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 | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
