2008 Audi S4 vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S4 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 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (256 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 889 kg more than 2008 Audi S4.
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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S4 | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S4 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
