1994 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2011 Nissan Navara is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Navara weights approximately 572 kg more than 1994 Audi A8.
Because 2011 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Navara 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 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A8. (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A8 | 2011 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A8 | Navara |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3210 mm |