2008 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup

To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pickup (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 847 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A4 2005 Nissan Pickup
Make Audi Nissan
Model A4 Pickup
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 2491 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 139 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 403 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 100 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 16.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 207 km/hour 170 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.9 seconds 10.8 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 2122 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.8 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L