2000 Nissan Stagea vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Stagea. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Stagea.
Because 2000 Nissan Stagea is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Nissan Stagea. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Stagea. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Stagea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Stagea | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Stagea | A5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
