2000 Nissan Sentra vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Sentra (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q3. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Sentra 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 2000 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (320 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (176 Nm). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Nissan Sentra | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
Make | Nissan | Audi |
Model | Sentra | Q3 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |