2007 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Nissan Maxima
When we compare the 2007 Audi A4's and the 2007 Nissan Maxima's specifications and ratings, the 2007 Audi A4 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability and overall quality score. The 2007 Nissan Maxima has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2007 Audi A4's and the 2007 Nissan Maxima's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2007 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Nissan Maxima Pricing
A used 2007 Audi A4 ranges from $3,573 to $9,998 while a used 2007 Nissan Maxima is priced between $3,225 to $9,996.
2007 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Nissan Maxima Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2007 Audi A4 loses 52.5 percent of its value and the 2007 Nissan Maxima loses 52.1 percent of its value. This means the 2007 Nissan Maxima retains 0.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2007 Audi A4.
2007 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Nissan Maxima Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A4 is 8.8 out of 10 while the Nissan Maxima's quality rating is 8.3 out of 10. This results in the Audi A4 being ranked 3 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Nissan Maxima being ranked 3 out of 8 Best Large Cars.
2007 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Nissan Maxima Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi A4 is 8.7 out of 10. For the Nissan Maxima the reliability rating is 8.6 out of 10. This gives the Audi A4 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Nissan Maxima.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2007 Audi A4’s base engine makes 200 horsepower, and the 2007 Nissan Maxima base engine makes 255 horsepower. The A4 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 574 miles. The Maxima is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 500 miles. This gives the 2007 Audi A4 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2007 Nissan Maxima. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2007 Audi A4 and the 2007 Nissan Maxima have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3573 - 9998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.524505
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3225 - 9996
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.52091
Audi A4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.799371 / 10
Reliability:
8.698115 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Nissan Maxima Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.301809 / 10
Reliability:
8.605429 / 10
Retained Value:
6.3 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi A4 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 21Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 30Ranking
4 out of / 10Ranking
6 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 31Ranking
22 out of / 30Ranking
23 out of / 30Ranking
26 out of / 30Ranking
27 out of / 30Ranking
28 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 36Ranking
29 out of / 36Ranking
29 out of / 36Nissan Maxima Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 3Ranking
2 out of / 2Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 3Ranking
6 out of / 8Ranking
7 out of / 8Available Body Styles
Convertible, Sedan, Wagon
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2007 Audi A4 Trim Levels
Not yet available
2007 Nissan Maxima Trim Levels
3.5 SE, 3.5 SL
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 5100 rpm
Torque:
207 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
252 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 31 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
370 / 574 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 25 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
380 / 500 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.4 inches
Cargo Space:
13.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
90.1 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3428 lbs
Width:
69.8 inches
Height:
56.2 inches
Length:
180.6 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3591 lbs
Width:
71.7 inches
Height:
58.3 inches
Length:
194.4 inches
Wheelbase:
111.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available