2009 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Nissan Sentra
To start off, both 2009 Audi A3 and 2009 Nissan Sentra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 547 kg more than 2009 Audi A3. 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, 2009 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A3 | 2009 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A3 | Sentra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |