2009 Audi RS4 vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Audi RS4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 631 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi RS4. (430 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi RS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi RS4 | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | RS4 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |
