1999 Audi S8 vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra is newer by 7 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Xterra. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 Nissan Xterra. 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, 2006 Nissan Xterra (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (331 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2006 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S8 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
