1998 Nissan Crew vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Crew would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Crew. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Crew.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Crew. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Crew.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Crew | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Crew | R8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2649 mm |
