2007 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 475 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Patrol. 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, 2008 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 135 L |
