2009 Nissan Xterra vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP) has 54 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 687 kg more than 2013 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Xterra | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Xterra | A5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
