2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Nissan Patrol were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Patrol. (159 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 745 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Patrol. 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 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol 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 Patrol | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 18.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 135 L |
