2005 Nissan Quest vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2010 Audi A3. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A3.
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 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A3. 2005 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Quest | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Quest | A3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
