2009 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Nissan Livina
To start off, both 2009 Audi A3 and 2009 Nissan Livina were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc, 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Livina weights approximately 1475 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
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, 2009 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Livina. 2009 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Livina has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Livina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2009 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A3 | Livina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1598 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
