2011 Nissan Murano vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 331 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Murano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2011 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Murano | 2008 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Murano | A4 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1821 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4823 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 63 L |
