2008 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2010 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3492 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
