2006 Audi A3 vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 334 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 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Titan. 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, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan 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 Titan | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A3 | Titan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2019 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |
