2002 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Nissan Note
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Note is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Note (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A3 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2007 Nissan Note.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Nissan Note (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A3 | 2007 Nissan Note | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A3 | Note |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |