2008 Audi A5 vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Audi A5. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 356 kg more than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2008 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A5. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A5. 2008 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A5 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
