2008 Audi A5 vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (262 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (159 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A5 | Primera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
