2007 Nissan Note vs. 2012 Audi RS5
To start off, 2012 Audi RS5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Note. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Note would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi RS5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi RS5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Note. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi RS5 weights approximately 583 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 2012 Audi RS5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Note. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 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 RS5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Note. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi RS5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Note.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Note | 2012 Audi RS5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Note | RS5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1384 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |
