2005 Nissan Platina vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Platina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Platina would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Platina. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Platina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 695 kg more than 2005 Nissan Platina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Audi A5 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Platina. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Platina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Platina | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Platina | A5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2751 mm |
