2008 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A3 (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A3 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
