2009 Audi A5 vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A5 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
