2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Nissan Armada
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Nissan Armada were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Armada weights approximately 170 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 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada 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, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 2007 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A3 | Armada |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1967 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |