2007 Audi S4 vs. 2008 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Terrano 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 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 555 kg more than 2007 Audi S4.
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 (411 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 2008 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S4 | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
