2005 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 7 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2012 Nissan NP300.
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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A3 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
