2008 Audi S4 vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 873 kg more than 2008 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S4 | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S4 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2033 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
