2007 Audi A3 vs. 1995 Nissan President
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan President weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1995 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 1995 Nissan President | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A3 | President |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3040 mm |