2009 Nissan Quest vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP) has 38 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 94 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2009 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Quest | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Quest | A3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
