2008 Nissan Sentra vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 645 kg more than 2012 Audi A5.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Sentra | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Sentra | A5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |
