2010 Nissan Altima vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (158 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 9 kg more than 2013 Audi A5.
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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (219 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Altima | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Altima | A5 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1383 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
