1995 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1995 Audi A8. (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 175 kg more than 1995 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi A8 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, 1995 Audi A8 (315 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (314 Nm). This means 1995 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A8 | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 3293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3160 mm |
