2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Nissan Qashqai were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 Nissan Qashqai.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A3 | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1297 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |