2009 Audi S4 vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, both 2009 Audi S4 and 2009 Nissan NP300 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 600 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 NP300. 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300. 2009 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan NP300 has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan NP300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S4 | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S4 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
