1999 Audi S8 vs. 2004 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2004 Nissan Titan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Titan weights approximately 648 kg more than 1999 Audi S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2004 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S8 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |
