2007 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q5 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Q5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. 2012 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Hardbody has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Hardbody will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Hardbody | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Hardbody | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 75 L |
