2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Nissan Micra 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 51 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 833 kg more than 2006 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A3 | Micra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 46 L |