2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Nissan Armada were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 530 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A4 | Armada |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |