2012 Audi S5 vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, both 2012 Audi S5 and 2012 Nissan NP300 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NP300. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi S5 weights approximately 626 kg more than 2012 Nissan NP300. 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 2012 Nissan NP300. 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 @ 2900 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300. 2012 Audi S5 has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan NP300 has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan NP300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi S5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi S5 | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S5 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
