2001 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2001 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 429 kg more than 2001 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Audi A3 (320 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 2001 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A3 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A3 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |
