2006 Audi A3 vs. 1998 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Almera. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1998 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Almera. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1998 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A3 | Almera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |
