2009 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 141 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A4 (400 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2697 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 73 L |
