2005 Audi A2 vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder

To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A2 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1310 kg more than 2005 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A2. (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A2.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A2 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
Make Audi Nissan
Model A2 Pathfinder
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1190 cc 2488 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 60 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 403 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76.5 mm 89.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 100 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 19.5:1 16.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.9 seconds 11.5 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 2240 kg
Vehicle Length 3830 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 3 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 34 L 80 L