2007 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 989 kg more than 2007 Audi A3.
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 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A3 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
