2009 Audi S4 vs. 2009 Nissan Maxima
To start off, both 2009 Audi S4 and 2009 Nissan Maxima were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Maxima. (291 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 687 kg more than 2009 Audi S4.
Because 2009 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Maxima. (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Maxima. 2009 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi S4 | 2009 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | S4 | Maxima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |