2009 Audi RS4 vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2009 Audi RS4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 Audi RS4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi RS4 | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | RS4 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
