2008 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2011 Nissan Livina is newer by 3 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2011 Nissan Livina. 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 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2011 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Livina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
