1993 Nissan Pulsar vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q5 (270 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q5 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 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 Audi Q5 (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. 2012 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 1993 Nissan Pulsar has manual transmission. 1993 Nissan Pulsar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Nissan Pulsar | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Nissan | Audi |
Model | Pulsar | Q5 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2807 mm |