2006 Audi A3 vs. 1999 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 204 kg more than 2006 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1999 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A3 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
