2009 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 755 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Frontier. 2008 Nissan Frontier 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. 2008 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2008 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
