2005 Audi S4 vs. 2008 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Xterra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 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 79 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Xterra. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2008 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2008 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S4 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
