2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 380 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Pathfinder | A3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2578 mm |
