1999 Nissan Almera vs. 2005 Audi A3
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Almera. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1999 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Almera. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Almera. 2005 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan Almera 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:
| 1999 Nissan Almera | 2005 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Almera | A3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
