2006 Audi A3 vs. 2011 Nissan Cube

To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 106 kg more than 2011 Nissan Cube. 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 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Cube.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A3 2011 Nissan Cube
Make Audi Nissan
Model A3 Cube
Year Released 2006 2011
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 122 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 172 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1374 kg 1268 kg
Vehicle Length 4220 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1651 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 50 L


 

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