2009 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Nissan Livina

To start off, 2011 Nissan Livina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Livina weights approximately 299 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.

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 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Livina.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A4 2011 Nissan Livina
Make Audi Nissan
Model A4 Livina
Year Released 2009 2011
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 153 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 83.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 238 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.9 seconds 11.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1030 kg 1329 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.5 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 52 L