2005 Nissan Maxima vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (276 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 118 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Maxima | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Maxima | A3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
