2007 Nissan Altima vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q3. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q3.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Altima. 2012 Audi Q3 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Altima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Nissan Altima | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
Make | Nissan | Audi |
Model | Altima | Q3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |