2006 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 117 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
