2006 Audi A3 vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 7 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 111 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A3 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |
