2006 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (162 HP @ 1950 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Quest weights approximately 314 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2003 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2003 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A4 | Quest |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |