1999 Audi S8 vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 6 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 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Audi S8.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (314 Nm). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | S8 | Quest |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 3293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 314 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |