2010 Nissan Versa 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 Versa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Versa would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 86 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Versa. (122 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 419 kg more than 2010 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Audi A5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Versa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Versa | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Versa | A5 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4295 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
