2005 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Nissan Note
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Note. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Nissan Note. 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, 2007 Nissan Note (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 2007 Nissan Note | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A3 | Note |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 46 L |
