2007 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 2 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), 2009 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 771 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.
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 @ 1750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. 2007 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi A3 | 2009 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A3 | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1967 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |