2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Nissan Maxima
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Nissan Maxima were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 184 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
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2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A4 | Maxima |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 255 HP |
Torque | 195 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |