2009 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pickup. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 155 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2003 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2960 mm |
