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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 550 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
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, 2008 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
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 | 3123 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |