2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 4 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 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A4 | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |