2005 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Nissan Platina
To start off, both 2005 Audi A3 and 2005 Nissan Platina were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Platina. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Platina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 Nissan Platina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Platina. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Platina. 2005 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Platina has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Platina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A3 | 2005 Nissan Platina | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A3 | Platina |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |