2009 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup

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 Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (208 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pickup. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 577 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.

Because 2005 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 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 2005 Nissan Pickup
Make Audi Nissan
Model A4 Pickup
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 2491 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 208 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 403 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 100 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 16.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 242 km/hour 170 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.4 seconds 10.8 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1545 kg 2122 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.6 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 80 L