2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Nissan Maxima
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Nissan Maxima were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Maxima (255 HP) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 53 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 2007 Nissan Maxima. 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, 2007 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Maxima 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 Maxima | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A3 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 255 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
