2006 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai

To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 3 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (162 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 97 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.

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, 2006 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. 2006 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Qashqai has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Qashqai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A4 2009 Nissan Qashqai
Make Audi Nissan
Model A4 Qashqai
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type Station Wagon Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 162 HP 112 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 161 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 83.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 225 km/hour 175 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.8 seconds 12 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 1372 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.3 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 65 L