2011 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2003 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, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi A4 | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1829 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2809 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
