2007 Audi S3 vs. 2007 Nissan Note
To start off, both 2007 Audi S3 and 2007 Nissan Note were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S3 (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Note. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S3 weights approximately 288 kg more than 2007 Nissan Note. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Note. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S3 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 Audi S3 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Note. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Note.
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2007 Audi S3 | 2007 Nissan Note | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | S3 | Note |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1167 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 46 L |