2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Nitro and 2009 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 16 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
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 Dodge Nitro (410 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4. 2009 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Nitro has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Nitro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 2009 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Nitro | A4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 280 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 66 L |
