2012 Nissan Maxima vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima is newer by 4 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), 2012 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 446 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 2012 Nissan Maxima. 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, 2012 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Maxima | 2008 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Maxima | A4 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
