2010 Audi S4 vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi S4 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S4 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2012 Nissan NP300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan NP300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi S4 | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S4 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1826 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2809 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
