2002 Audi S3 vs. 2008 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Terrano is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi S3 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 407 kg more than 2002 Audi S3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Nissan Terrano (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi S3. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S3 | 2008 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S3 | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1423 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |
