2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Nissan Titan were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3. 2008 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A3 | Titan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 317 HP |
Torque | 170 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |