2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 625 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Audi A7 (441 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (334 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Patrol | A7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4969 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2914 mm |
