2005 Audi S4 vs. 2003 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2003 Nissan Xterra. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2003 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S4 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
