1996 Nissan President vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q3. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q3.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 1996 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q3.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan President | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
Make | Nissan | Audi |
Model | President | Q3 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |