2005 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (220 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 454 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
