2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Nissan Qashqai were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 278 kg more than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. 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 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Qashqai.
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2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A4 | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |