2005 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 3 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 Dodge Nitro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 2008 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A3 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 3699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |
