2004 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 8 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2004 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A3 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
