2005 Audi A3 vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Serena (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 205 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A3 | Serena |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
