2011 Nissan Rogue vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Nissan Rogue is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 189 kg more than 2011 Nissan Rogue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Rogue. 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 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Rogue | 2009 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Rogue | A4 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4656 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1659 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
