Q3 45 TFSI quattro vs Pathfinder
Audi · Nissan
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Q3 45 TFSI quattro beats the Pathfinder by a hair, finishing 0.02 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Q3 45 TFSI quattro thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Simulated race times
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Pathfinder is $35,000 vs $42,000 for the Q3 45 TFSI quattro — a $7,000 gap. Power: Pathfinder makes 16 hp more (268 vs 284). Top speed: Q3 45 TFSI quattro runs to 230 km/h, 5 km/h higher than Pathfinder.
FAQ
Which is faster, the Q3 45 TFSI quattro or the Pathfinder?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Q3 45 TFSI quattro is faster, beating the Pathfinder by 0.02 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Q3 45 TFSI quattro vs the Pathfinder?
The Q3 45 TFSI quattro hits 100 km/h in 6.5 seconds, while the Pathfinder does it in 6.5 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Q3 45 TFSI quattro produces 268 hp; the Pathfinder produces 284 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Q3 45 TFSI quattro tops out at 230 km/h, and the Pathfinder reaches 225 km/h.
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