2007 Nissan 350Z vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP) has 98 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 128 kg more than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan 350Z | 2013 Audi A5 | |
Make | Nissan | Audi |
Model | 350Z | A5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | rear |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 363 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4626 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |