2012 Nissan Armada vs. 2009 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A3 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 896 kg more than 2009 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 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 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Armada | 2009 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Armada | A3 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5600 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2506 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5276 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2014 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3129 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |
