2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Nissan Hardbody were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 134 kg more than 2007 Audi A3.
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, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A3 | Hardbody |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3187 cc | 2388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1629 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |