2007 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, both 2007 Audi A4 and 2007 Nissan Hardbody were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 374 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 84 L |
