2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,485 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 336 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan X-Trail | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Nissan | Audi |
Model | X-Trail | A5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2485 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |