2009 Audi A3 vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Versa. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Versa weights approximately 94 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 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Versa. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A3 | Versa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4455 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 41 L |
