2000 Audi S3 vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi S3 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S3 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Audi S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S3 | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S3 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
