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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (153 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 70 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A4 (251 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (209 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 | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
