2008 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
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2008 Audi A3 | 2009 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A3 | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |