2001 Audi Avantissimo vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi Avantissimo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi Avantissimo would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi Avantissimo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi Avantissimo (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (165 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi Avantissimo should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi Avantissimo weights approximately 541 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi Avantissimo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi Avantissimo 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, 2001 Audi Avantissimo (600 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm). This means 2001 Audi Avantissimo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Avantissimo | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Avantissimo | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2540 mm |
