2007 Audi S4 vs. 2008 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2008 Dodge Nitro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 2008 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | S4 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 74 L |
