2004 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 5 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 123 kg more than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder.
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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A3 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
