2005 Nissan Titan vs. 2010 Audi S3
To start off, 2010 Audi S3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Audi S3. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 753 kg more than 2010 Audi S3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Titan (514 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi S3. (331 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Titan | 2010 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Titan | S3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2208 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |
