2012 Audi S5 vs. 2001 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Altima. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi S5 weights approximately 448 kg more than 2001 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 will offer significantly more control. 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 S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Altima. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Altima. 2001 Nissan Altima has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi S5 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi S5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan Altima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi S5 | 2001 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S5 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
