2009 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol is newer by 3 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1855 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 2012 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol 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, 2012 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (351 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A4 | Patrol |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 559 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3075 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |