2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Dodge Nitro
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Dodge Nitro were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2008 Dodge Nitro 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, 2008 Dodge Nitro 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, 2008 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | A4 | Nitro |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |