2012 Nissan Sentra vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Audi A5 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 442 kg more than 2012 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 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, 2011 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Sentra | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Sentra | A5 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4567 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1511 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |
