2005 Audi A3 vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 6 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Versa (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 186 kg more than 2011 Nissan Versa.
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 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A3 | Versa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1149 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
