2004 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, both 2004 Audi A3 and 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 512 kg more than 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2004 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 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, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
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2004 Audi A3 | 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A3 | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |