2004 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Maxima is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 260 kg more than 2004 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, 2007 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2007 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A3 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
