2009 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,952 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (218 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
