1995 Nissan Sunny vs. 2005 Audi A3
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Sunny (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1995 Nissan Sunny.
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, 2005 Audi A3 (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Sunny. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Sunny. 2005 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan Sunny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Sunny | 2005 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Sunny | A3 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
