2003 Audi A3 vs. 2000 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2003 Audi A3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Almera (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Almera weights approximately 145 kg more than 2003 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A3 | 2000 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A3 | Almera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |
