2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Nissan Rogue

To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Nissan Rogue were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (217 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 498 kg more than 2008 Nissan Rogue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Rogue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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 (300 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Rogue. 2008 Nissan Rogue has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Rogue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A4 2008 Nissan Rogue
Make Audi Nissan
Model A4 Rogue
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2975 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 170 HP
Torque 300 Nm 237 Nm
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 100 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 1112 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.9 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 60 L


 

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