2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Nissan Sentra
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Nissan Sentra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Sentra (138 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 101 kg more than 2009 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Sentra. 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 (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A4 | Sentra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |