2010 Audi A5 vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Audi A5 (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. 2010 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 2004 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2004 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi A5 | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A5 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1290 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
