2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Nissan 1400
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Nissan 1400 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2006 Audi A3.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan 1400. 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Nissan 1400 | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A3 | 1400 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1397 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |