2009 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 570 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. 2009 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2001 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2001 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A4 | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A4 | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |