2009 Nissan NP300 vs. 2009 Audi A4

To start off, both 2009 Nissan NP300 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.

Because 2009 Audi A4 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 A4 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 A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300. 2009 Audi A4 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 A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Nissan NP300 2009 Audi A4
Make Nissan Audi
Model NP300 A4
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 3189 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 112 HP 252 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 169 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3250 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 12.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1160 kg
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.7 L/100km 10.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 70 L


 

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