2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Nissan Altima
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Nissan Altima were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Altima. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 341 kg more than 2009 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Altima. (220 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A4 | Altima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |