1999 Audi S8 vs. 2009 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 10 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8.
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 Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | S8 | Titan |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 4060 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 140 L |