Audi S5 vs. Nissan 370Z

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Audi S5 and Nissan 370Z contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Audi S5 and the Nissan 370Z.

In comparing the Audi S5's and the Nissan 370Z's specifications and ratings, the Audi S5 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, interior volume and base engine power. The Nissan 370Z has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Audi S5's and the Nissan 370Z's specifications and ratings, the Audi S5 is a better car than the Nissan 370Z.

Pricing: A used 2020 Audi S5 ranges from $35,418 to $45,712 while a used 2020 Nissan 370Z is priced between $26,628 to $44,494.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi S5 loses 43.2 percent of its value and the Nissan 370Z loses 31.9 percent of its value. This means the Nissan 370Z retains 11.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi S5.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi S5 is 8.1 out of 10 while the Nissan 370Z's quality rating is 8.3 out of 10. This results in the Audi S5 being ranked 6 out of 41 Best Luxury Sports Cars and the Nissan 370Z being ranked 4 out of 15 Best Sports Cars.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi S5 is 8.4 out of 10. For the Nissan 370Z the reliability rating is 8.0 out of 10. This gives the Audi S5 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Nissan 370Z.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Audi S5’s base engine makes 349 horsepower, and the Nissan 370Z base engine makes 332 horsepower. The S5 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 413 miles. The 370Z is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 494 miles.This gives the Audi S5 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Nissan 370Z the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are sports cars, the Audi S5 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room and cargo space. The Nissan 370Z has the advantage in the areas of front head room and front leg room.