1999 Audi R8R vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi R8R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi R8R would be higher. At 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Audi R8R. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi R8R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1327 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi R8R. (330 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi R8R.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi R8R | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | R8R | Patrol |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3898 cc | 4758 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 425 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1860 mm |