2011 Nissan NP300 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan NP300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan NP300 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2011 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan NP300.
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, 2012 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan NP300. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan NP300 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | NP300 | A5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |
