2012 Audi A5 vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Audi A5 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 892 kg more than 2012 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A5 | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A5 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 105 L |
