2009 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (297 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 350Z. 2007 Nissan 350Z has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan 350Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A4 | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A4 | 350Z |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |