2007 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 118 kg more than 1996 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Sunny. 2007 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Sunny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1996 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
