2008 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 370 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 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
