2007 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2004 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, 2007 Audi A4 (280 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
