2007 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 612 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A3 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
