2008 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A4 (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
